HB5055

Changing the expiration date on Hunting and Fishing licenses to one year after purchase

Introduced·2/2/26
Intr Text

Extends the validity of hunting and fishing licenses in West Virginia to one year from the date of issue.

West Virginia HB5055 amends the Code of West Virginia to change the expiration date of hunting and fishing licenses from the last day of the calendar year for which they were issued to a year from the date of issue. This change means that licenses will remain valid for one year after the date they are purchased, regardless of the calendar year. This bill affects all individuals who purchase hunting and fishing licenses in the state.

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Current
Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 6

House

To House Agriculture, Commerce, and Tourism

Feb 2

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 2

House

To Government Organization